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Understanding the Legislative Branch: The Senate and the House of Representatives
This video explains the two sections of the US Congress: the Senate and the House of Representatives. It outlines the differences between them, including how senators and representatives are elected, their responsibilities, and the...
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The Twenty-Third Amendment: Voting Rights for Washington, D.C.
This video explains the Twenty-Third Amendment, ratified in 1961, which grants the residents of Washington, D.C. the right to vote in presidential elections. Learn how this amendment provides limited electoral votes for the capital city...
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The Establishment of the Judicial Branch
Discover how the judicial branch of the United States was created following the Revolutionary War. Learn how the Constitution established the Supreme Court and how Congress shaped the structure of the judicial system, including the...
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The Powers and Responsibilities of Congress
Learn about the powers granted to Congress, including the authority to make laws, pass the national budget, and oversee the executive branch. Discover the unique powers of the House of Representatives and the Senate, such as impeachment...
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Understanding the House of Representatives
Learn about the House of Representatives, one of two chambers in Congress, with 435 seats allocated based on state population. Discover the roles of the Speaker of the House, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader, as well as the...
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The Formation of the Legislative Branch
Learn how the founding fathers established the United States government after the Revolutionary War, creating three separate branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. Discover how Congress, made up of the House of Representatives...
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The Final Steps: How a Bill Becomes a Law
This video explains the final steps in the lawmaking process, including the votes in the House and Senate, the role of the president in signing or vetoing a bill, and what happens if there’s a tie or a veto. Learn about the simple...
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Navigating with Maps: How to Find Your Way
This video explains how to use maps for navigation, covering key concepts like reading symbols, understanding cardinal directions, and using a compass to orient yourself. Learn how maps represent the real world and help you find your...
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Compound Words For Kids | 4K
In this fun and educational video, kids will learn all about compound words! Join us as we explore how two smaller words come together to make one new word with a whole new meaning. We'll look at examples like 'sunflower,' 'butterfly,'...
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The Early Life and Upbringing of Guy Fawkes
Guy Fawkes, born in York around 1570, had a Protestant father and Catholic mother. His father died when Guy was a child and he came to identify strongly with the Catholic side of his family, which was increased by his education at a...
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Bringing Australian Wines to the World
When the owner of the Hamilton family wine business died suddenly and his eldest sons were too young to take over the family business, the vinyard fell into the hands of public trustees who struggled to keep it afloat during World War I....
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Laying the Groundwork for Winemaking in Australia
Henry Hamilton expanded the family estate in South Australia by purchasing more land and planting vineyards, eventually building a thriving wine business with his son Frank, who grew the company into a leading South Australian...
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William IV: The Maddest Lad To Ever Sit On The British Throne
Of all the monarchs to sit on the British throne in the modern era, few are as infrequently discussed as King William IV. It's a real shame, because the stories of his life are a real gas. Only the most dedicated of royal historians are...
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Adjectives: Adding Color and Detail to Sentences
Discover the role of adjectives in language as they add description and detail to nouns. This video highlights how adjectives like 'blue', 'tall', 'scary', and 'small' enhance sentences, providing examples of adjectives placed both next...
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Understanding the 11th Amendment: A Key Change in U.S. Constitution
Discover the significance of the 11th Amendment, ratified in 1795, which addresses sovereign immunity and limits the ability to sue states in federal court. Originating from the case of Chisholm v. Georgia, this amendment highlights the...
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Fire Safety Preparedness: Smoke Detectors, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, and E.D.I.T.H. Plan
Explore essential fire safety measures, including the importance of smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and the E.D.I.T.H. (Exit Drills In The Home) plan. Learn how to stay safe in case of a fire emergency by understanding alarm...
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Fire Safety: Escaping a Burning Building
Learn essential steps for safely escaping a burning building, including testing doors for heat, getting low to avoid smoke inhalation, using windows as exits, and extinguishing clothing fires. This guide provides crucial information to...
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Understanding the Seventeenth Amendment: Direct Election of Senators
Learn about the Seventeenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1913, which transformed the process of selecting senators to represent states in Congress. Explore the historical context, challenges with the previous...
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Liyana's Story Begins
Legendary South African storyteller, Gcina Mhlophe, guides five orphaned children from Eswatini as they collaborate to craft an original fairytale drawn from their darkest memories and brightest dreams. Their fictional character, Liyana,...
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Living Green - Episode 146 - House of The Future
The house of the future has gone on display in Brussels. Called Living Tomorrow the house has been developed by 50 different companies. In building the US 30 million dollar home, the designers have taken into account safety and...
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Living Green - Episode 175 - Coconut Fuel
The Pacific island nations currently spend more than 800 million U.S. dollars a year on fuel imports. In the Solomon Islands, an Australian entrepreneur is developing a highly effective and green fuel from coconut oil to help combat this...
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The Future of Eco Housing in the UK
Green houses are very different in the 21st century. The EcoHouse might not look that different from the outside but it is designed to maximise the benefits of available heat.
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Living Green - Episode 179 - UK Eco Home
This home in the English countryside looks like a typical renovated cottage. But the owner decided to use eco friendly materials to make this home more sustainable. The house is open to members of the public who are interested in...
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How Controlled Burns Protect Forests and Communities
Controlled burns are an important part of indigenous land management practices in many areas of the United States. The significance of these burns extends beyond land management, impacting cultural activities and the local ecosystem....